Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3

Pea fiber, a form of insoluble dietary fiber derived from peas, has been investigated for its potential role in supporting individuals with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Scientific evidence suggests that increased dietary fiber intake—especially a mix of soluble and insoluble fibers—can help improve stool consistency, reduce constipation, and support overall gut health in some IBS patients. While soluble fibers (like psyllium) are more robustly supported by clinical trials, there is some evidence that insoluble fibers, including pea fiber, may benefit those with IBS-C (constipation-predominant IBS) by increasing stool bulk and promoting regularity.

Several small studies and reviews (e.g., Slavin, 2013; Eswaran et al., 2013) have found that pea fiber can be well tolerated and may contribute to improved bowel function. However, insoluble fibers can sometimes worsen symptoms in IBS-D (diarrhea-predominant) or IBS-M (mixed type) patients, so recommendations must be individualized. Overall, although pea fiber is not as extensively studied or recommended as some other fibers, there is moderate scientific validation for its use, particularly in constipation-related IBS. The evidence base is growing but not conclusive, so the rating reflects moderate support.

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2'-Fucosyllactose
akkermansia muciniphila
aloe vera
alpha-galactosidase
alpha-pinene
amino acids
bacillus clausii
bacillus coagulans
bacillus subtilis
benegut perilla (proprietary)
beta caryophyllene
bifidobacterium bifidum
bifidobacterium breve
bifidobacterium infantis
bifidobacterium lactis
bifidobacterium longum
bilberry
bio ecolian (proprietary)
blackberry
Indian frankincense
butyrate triglyceride
chen pi
chia seed
chlorella
cinnamon
turmeric
curcumin
fennel
flaxseed
fructooligosaccharides (FOS)
fruit and vegetable blend (proprietary)
ginger
green banana
green tea
guar gum
cellulose
inulin
isomalto-oligosaccharide
l-glutamine
lactobacillus acidophilus
lactobacillus brevis
lactobacillus bulgaricus
lactobacillus casei
lactobacillus fermentum
lactobacillus gasseri
lactobacillus helveticus
lactobacillus paracasei
lactiplantibacillus plantarum
lactobacillus reuteri
lactobacillus rhamnosus
lactobacillus salivarius
lactococcus lactis
lovage
marshmallow
oat
pectin
peppermint oil
plum fruit
pomegranate
potato starch
butyric acid
psyllium
quercetin
resveratrol
saccharomyces boulardii
slippery elm bark
spearmint leaf
streptococcus thermophilus
tributyrin
vitamin D
xylooligosaccharides
zinc
hyssop
atractylodes
ferula assafoetida
anise
holarrhena antidysenterica
fumaria parviflora
chrysanthemum
senna
white oak
algae
Agastache
Asafoetida
Alexandrian senna
Agrimonia pilosa
Betony
Bifidobacterium
Bacillus indicus
Bifidobacterium adolescentis
Boswellic Acid
Bayleaf
Belleric myrobalan
Bran
Boswellia
Bacillus licheniformis
black salt
Bifidobacterium animalis
Bitter principals
Bacteria
Bifidobacteria
Bacillus
Cumin
Coriander
Citron
Cannabidiol
Clerodendrum indicum
Dragonhead
Dichrostachys glomerata
Enterococcus
Enzyme Blend
Fig
Fiber
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Rhubarb

Other health conditions supported by Pea Fiber

Cholesterol (high)
Constipation (adults)
Diabetes
Digestion (poor)
Fat Metabolism (poor)
Inflammatory Bowel Disorders
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Metabolic Syndrome
Triglycerides (high)

Products containing Pea Fiber

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